The Dating Doctor says make a lasting impression

However, the Dating Doctor is on hand to provide top tips to make sure that the encounter goes as smoothly as possible.

According to Peter Spalton, founder of thedatingdoctor.co.uk, the location for the first date should be somewhere public and be in a place that can be easily found. Daters should also ensure that they make their own way to the date and dress in a way that looks like some effort has been made - but not too over the top.

Mr Falton said: "One of the best times [for a date] is after work. Take a spare pair of shoes and maybe a jacket and you have transformed yourself reasonably cheaply."

He added that if the date doesn't work out then a person may even meet someone where they didn't expect it. An online dater could even meet someone in the front of a cash queue, he mentioned.

The Relationship Gym advises daters to practice their conversations and have some topics in mind before the meeting.